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Christopher Michael DeCoste
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Biography
Christopher Michael DeCoste is a Miami based criminal trial attorney with over 10 years of experience handling criminal cases in Florida.
Mr. DeCoste is a graduate of Villanova University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and received his Juris Doctorate from Suffolk University Law School. While in Law School he was named to the Dean's List, elected Associate Managing Editor of the Moot Court Board Journal of Trial and Appellate Advocacy and selected as an advocate for the top ranked National Trial Team.
Prior to founding the Law Office of Christopher DeCoste, P.A. in 2008, Mr. DeCoste worked as a Prosecutor in Miami-Dade. While at the Office of the State Attorney, Mr. DeCoste was selected as a specialized Prosecutor with the Career Criminal / Robbery Unit. A short time later, he was also selected as a specialized Prosecutor for the Traffic Homicide Investigations Unit. During his time as a Prosecutor, he handled thousands of cases with charges ranging from Misdemeanors to Murder. This work allowed Mr. DeCoste to acquire valuable experience and knowledge of the applicable laws, the Miami-Dade Court System and insight into how and why a case is prosecuted. Since 2008, he has defended thousands of Clients charged with everything from Misdemeanor offenses to Death Penalty prosecutions.
Mr. DeCoste is wholly dedicated towards using all of his experience and knowledge to defend the rights and best interests of each and every Client.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
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21 years | 5,000 cases
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Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Christopher Decoste, P.A.
40 NW 3rd St Ph 1, Miami, FL, 33128-1838
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Ivan | March 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
SUPER LAWYER
Christopher DeCoste & Tara Kawass are the BEST. They are real trial attorneys. Money is not their priority. Compare to many other attorneys their goal is win your case to earn the money. You will get the best posible results with them regardless. My bond was reinstated & i was out from jail and then ...
Posted by Christopher McNabb | November 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Saved My Life. Gave Me A Second Chance
Totally committed in every way I would expect my paid attorney to be. Made me feel at ease through my tough time facing criminal charges.
Christopher Michael DeCoste's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chris is one of the sharpest up and coming defense attorneys in South Florida. He is extremely prepared and committed to his clients."
"I highly endorse this lawyer without any reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is one of the best criminal defense attorneys practicing throughout the State of Florida. Not only does he have the knowledge and experience to effectively represent his clients, he is extremely attentive to his clients' needs and interests. I have had the honor of working with Chris on several cases, and have witnessed first hand how zealously he represents his clients. You will often hear Chris say, "the client always comes first." Anyone who finds themselves in need of representation, would be lucky to have Chris as their attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a household name in the courthouse. He is an aggressive, well respected lawyer who is known by all judges and prosecutors."
Yehuda Bruck
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Associations
2015 - 2016
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Miami chapter)Board Member
Education
2005
Suffolk University Law School
J.D.
2001
Villanova University
B.S.
1997
Boston College High School
Languages
English